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This bill aims to promote inclusive learning standards and instructional materials in public schools. It requires school districts to adopt policies and procedures that incorporate adopting inclusive curricula and selecting inclusive instructional materials that include the histories, contributions, and perspectives of historically marginalized and underrepresented groups. The bill also directs the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to screen for bias in state learning standards and ensure that the histories, contributions, and perspectives of historically marginalized and underrepresented peoples and communities are included in the standards. The goal is to improve student achievement, attendance, parent and family engagement, and other dimensions that contribute to student success.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5462&Year=2023&Initiative=false